Best trailer hitch and bike rack for a 2008 Nissan Sentra
Question:
2008 Nissan Sentra - i want trailer hitch to carry two bikes. I want to have trunk access. Is there a swing out rack?
asked by: Lydia
Expert Reply:
We have two Class I Trailer hitch recievers to fit your 2008 Nissan Sentra. The Draw-Tite # 24794 fits the standard and SE-R models while the Curt # C11370 is only confirmed to fit the standard Sentra.
I recommend the Draw-Tite, as Curt makes you use a support strap, # 18050 with their hitch. However, the Draw-Tite does require drilling to install.
In general, swing-away racks are designed for larger 2" hitches and aren't compatible with Class I hitch receivers because they will take up most of the hitch's tongue weight limit and can potentially damage the hitch.
Instead, I recommend a tilt-away rack to allow for rear cargo access. These racks tilt away from the vehicle to create the necessary clearance for the vehicle's trunk to open.
I recommend the Thule Rack, part # TH9058 as a suitable rack for your needs. This is a high capacity, efficient rack that tilts away from the vehicle to provide easy access to the rear hatch.
I also recommend that if you are planning on carrying any women's, step through or aggressive (BMX or Mountain) style bikes, that you purchase a frame adapter bar, such as the Swagman Deluxe Frame Adapter bar, part # 64005. This will allow bike frames that don't sit well in the rack to ride balanced and straight across the frame, rather than dragging near the ground.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Swagman Bike Frame Adapter Bar - Small - 22-1/2" - 30" - 35 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Spare Tire Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Adapter Bar
- Frame
- 24-3/8 - 33-3/4 Inch Long
- Swagman
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- No Cross Tube
- CURT
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Thule Camber Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hanging Rack
- Folding Rack
- Tilt-Away Rack
- Frame Mount
- Locks Not Included
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Thule
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- No Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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